PROJECT MANAGER
The role requires an individual with IT Project Management experience particularly on software development projects using the agile methodology within a growing Financial Services company. EE Candidates Only.
Key Responsibilities
? To ensure that client objectives are met and that deliverables are delivered to time and cost targets and the appropriate quality standards.
? Developing the project execution plan
? Identifying and implement tools and systems to proactively maintain project governance in accordance with an agreed project execution plan.
? Monitoring and applying performance management techniques
? Respond promptly and efficiently to the client’s needs, changes and requires within the context of the project.
? Managing the project change control process, including the implementation of change control procedures.
? Preparing formal project progress and other reports in order to provide timely and accurate project information and status updates to all stakeholders.
? Taking a leading role in interfacing with client’s and other team members, at all project stages.
Agile specific responsibilities:
? Runs daily, weekly and monthly agile rituals efficiently and strictly
? Implements structure changes and strategy that are generated by agile retrospectives.
? High velocity communicator –to those involved with the piece of work
Minimum Requirements
? Proven experience as a Project Manager, preferably for at least 3 years, including being responsible for implementation of projects, facilitating projects and related workshops and effectively communicating with all project stakeholders.
? Proven experience facilitating a project across multiple divisions within an organisation.
? PMBOK or Prince2 experience advantageous
? Agile / Scrum/ Kanban experience preferable
? Extensive understanding of IT software products/ development
? SDLC and implementation experience
? Experience in testing and QA environments
? Experience in the Financial Services Industry
? Must be competent in workshop facilitation techniques
? IT Qualification equivalent to a B. Tech or Bcom